1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 644 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
